Akrotiri Lighthouse

Akrotiri Lighthouse

Seek out this bright-white 19th-century lighthouse perched on the island’s south-western tip. Visitors flock here to catch Santorini’s famous sunset for good reason – it’s one of the best places to witness it! Arrive just before dusk to find the perfect spot on the rocks and watch the sky transform in a riot of colour before seemingly sinking into the sapphire waters of the Aegean.
Aspri Beach

Aspri Beach

Akrotiri, Santorini

Make a beeline for one of the island’s most stunning patches. Also known as White Beach, this stretch of shore dazzles with its dove-white cliffs, which contrast vividly with the black sand shore and...

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Ancient Akrotiri

Ancient Akrotiri

Akrotiri, Santorini

Thousands of years ago, in 1613 BC, a volcanic eruption buried the ancient Minoan city of Akrotiri underneath a layer of volcanic ash. This Bronze Age settlement was hidden from the world until 1967, when...

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Vlychada Beach

Vlychada Beach

Santorini

Nestled along Santorini’s southern coast, Vlychada Beach is a quiet place to soak up the sunshine. Intriguing rock formations flank the shingle stretch and ahead of you, gentle waves unfurl onto the...

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